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"From paging to launching took an impressive nine minutes."
01/07/2024

"From paging to launching took an impressive nine minutes."

TWO people swimming were attended to by the RNLI North Berwick Lifeboat crew over the weekend.

One passerby said: "The shop's volunteers have done a great job to make him look like a complete numpty."
01/07/2024

One passerby said: "The shop's volunteers have done a great job to make him look like a complete numpty."

RESIDENTS in East Lothian were surprised to see a mannequin dressed like former US President Donald Trump appear in a charity shop window.

Maurício Morgado shared this image from the top of North Berwick Law with our camera club. A lovely day! If you are a ke...
01/07/2024

Maurício Morgado shared this image from the top of North Berwick Law with our camera club. A lovely day! If you are a keen photographer - or just enjoy pictures of the county - why not join the East Lothian Courier Camera Club?

The works will last throughout July and much of August...
01/07/2024

The works will last throughout July and much of August...

THE main route through Elphinstone will be closed for almost two months.

"It’s such a shame that the school is being destroyed and this is only the first day of the holidays."
01/07/2024

"It’s such a shame that the school is being destroyed and this is only the first day of the holidays."

WINDOWS were smashed and a fire started at a school in Prestonpans at the weekend, while a van parked outside was left with a cracked windscreen.

“Guests in a short-term let have little immediate incentive to get on with their neighbours, other than their own good m...
01/07/2024

“Guests in a short-term let have little immediate incentive to get on with their neighbours, other than their own good manners."

HOLIDAY guests at a seaside flat in North Berwick have been described as “thoroughly irritating” and “frightening” by neighbours in the…

“I could not be prouder of what they achieved. They showed a real understanding of musicality and performance."
01/07/2024

“I could not be prouder of what they achieved. They showed a real understanding of musicality and performance."

PUPILS at Loretto RC Primary School in Musselburgh have been enjoying learning how to make their own mini opera.

It's sure to be a day to remember for all of them!
01/07/2024

It's sure to be a day to remember for all of them!

A LIFEBOAT Queen has been announced ahead of this year’s Dunbar RNLI Lifeboat Fête.

Well done everyone!
01/07/2024

Well done everyone!

TALENTED thespians and budding athletes have been recognised for their achievements.

The closure is in place until September 16.
01/07/2024

The closure is in place until September 16.

A ROAD in Dunbar will be shut until the middle of September.

“There have been a number of incidents with cyclists and there have also been a number of crashes with cars as well."
01/07/2024

“There have been a number of incidents with cyclists and there have also been a number of crashes with cars as well."

CONCERNS about accidents involving cyclists riding the wrong way on a one-way street have been raised by North Berwick Community Council.

On the day there will be face painting, refreshments, tombola and plant sales.
01/07/2024

On the day there will be face painting, refreshments, tombola and plant sales.

Schedules are now available for Musselburgh Horticultural Society’s annual flower show, in St Michael’s Church Hall, Dalrymple Loan, on…

Some of the photographs are available to buy.
01/07/2024

Some of the photographs are available to buy.

IMPRESSIVE pictures have gone on display in Haddington.

Services were also cancelled last week...
01/07/2024

Services were also cancelled last week...

TEN rail services connecting East Lothian with Edinburgh have been cancelled today (Monday).

Great to see!
01/07/2024

Great to see!

MUSSELBURGH Over 50’s Club is continuing its good work by donating funds totalling £1,500 to the annual Edinburgh Taxi Outing, and a local karate…

"There is extensive damage to the building and it has been neglected for at least 10 years.”
01/07/2024

"There is extensive damage to the building and it has been neglected for at least 10 years.”

A HOME in “a state of severe disrepair” will be torn down to make way for a replacement.

Here's a lookback at some of the highlights of recent Haddington Shows.
30/06/2024

Here's a lookback at some of the highlights of recent Haddington Shows.

As the Haddington Show returns to the county on Saturday, we look back at photos from previous years. This agricultural show, organised by the…

Carers of East Lothian put together a week of varied activities.
30/06/2024

Carers of East Lothian put together a week of varied activities.

YOGA, photography, music and taking the plunge at Foxlake Adventures have all helped highlight the contribution of carers.

"What will happen after the election and our new government gain power? Will they deliver their mandate? Do they ever?"
30/06/2024

"What will happen after the election and our new government gain power? Will they deliver their mandate? Do they ever?"

THE boys from the Scotland squad, the Tartan Army, indeed the whole country, woke up to a feeling of disappointment and apathy.

"They were forced to stop litter picking because they ran out of bin bags."
30/06/2024

"They were forced to stop litter picking because they ran out of bin bags."

A GROUP of volunteers sprang into action to tidy up the beach at Musselburgh recently.

All students had the chance to visit offices of sponsoring companies to meet staff and join question-and-answer sessions...
30/06/2024

All students had the chance to visit offices of sponsoring companies to meet staff and join question-and-answer sessions.

STUDENTS from more than 25 schools, colleges and universities, including Knox Academy and Preston Lodge High School, have been offered an insight…

The world's top golfers will soon be on their way to East Lothian.
30/06/2024

The world's top golfers will soon be on their way to East Lothian.

TRAFFIC and parking restrictions have been revealed ahead of next month’s Genesis Scottish Open.

Here's this week's lookback on what was making the headlines in East Lothian 25, 50 and 100 years ago...
29/06/2024

Here's this week's lookback on what was making the headlines in East Lothian 25, 50 and 100 years ago...

WE TAKE a look at the stories making headlines in East Lothian 25, 50 and 100 years ago.

The new homes are being built on the former Brunton Wireworks site.
29/06/2024

The new homes are being built on the former Brunton Wireworks site.

A NEW face at a property developer is already “making waves” after selling “a raft of homes” totalling more than £3 million at the firm’s…

29/06/2024

This great footage shows Dunbar Grammar School pupils enjoying a ceilidh as part of the send off staff and pupils gave headteacher Claire Slowther who is taking on a new role at a school in Vietnam. Good luck Mrs Slowther!

"We will be discussing local issues that affect the community in this area such as the Riverside Bridge replacement proj...
29/06/2024

"We will be discussing local issues that affect the community in this area such as the Riverside Bridge replacement project, the repairs and improvements being made in the area, and ongoing traffic issues such as speeding and parking.”

A GROUP focusing on the east of Haddington is encouraging people to get involved with their activities.

Are you still waiting on your postal vote?
29/06/2024

Are you still waiting on your postal vote?

East Lothian Council has taken the unusual step of setting up a facility where residents who have yet to receive their Lothian East General…

29/06/2024

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Well done!
29/06/2024

Well done!

A CLEANING team and a catering assistant at an East Lothian secondary school reached the final of a national competition.

A great day in the village!
29/06/2024

A great day in the village!

THE annual Dirleton Fete and Games last Saturday proved a hit once again.

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Dunbar Grammar School goodbye ceilidh to Mrs Slowther
Dunbar Grammar School goodbye ceilidh to Mrs Slowther

This great footage shows Dunbar Grammar School pupils enjoying a ceilidh as part of the send off staff and pupils gave headteacher Claire Slowther who is taking on a new role at a school in Vietnam. Good luck Mrs Slowther!

Join us Live: At the Haddington Show!🧑‍🌾 🐶

This week, passengers were treated to a fantastic sighting of dolphins during a guided wildlife boat tour by the Scottish Seabird Centre. The video of the pod was captured, just off the coast of North Berwick, by the Scottish Seabird Centre's very own, Sophie Wilson.

The 76th annual Edinburgh Taxi Outing travelled through East Lothian. It arrived in Musselburgh at 11.10am. In the video, the convoy can be seen going through Aberlady at around 12.25pm, and there is still a lot more fun to be had at Archerfield until they depart at 4pm. You can find out more information below. https://shorturl.at/KAh23

North Berwick Pipe Band last night paid tribute to the heroes of the Normandy Landings by performing, on the 80th anniversary of D-Day, on the town's West Bay at Elcho Green. Credit: Dave Swanson

These pupils from Musselburgh's Burgh Primary School got to live out their #WildestDreams with their cover of Taylor Swift's Blank Space. The pupils are hoping their video reaches the global pop star ahead of her upcoming gigs in Edinburgh. Read the full story: https://trib.al/2LRdPHy

Here's a lovely flavour of our Community Champion Awards, put together by our very own, Steven A Brown. You can read all about last night, below. Read More: https://trib.al/0YEaUkR #ELCommChamps Music Credit: Inspiring and Upbeat by Scott Holmes Music (Free Music Archive)

The Haddington Pipe Band also performed at our Community Champion Awards last night. Another big thank you to all of the musicians. You can read all about last night, below. Read More: https://trib.al/1JDytCb

Guests also enjoyed renditions by the East Linton Community Choir. Another big thank you to all of the musicians last night. You can read all about last night, below. Read More: https://trib.al/dHnqkx7

Attendees were treated with a performance by Preston Lodge High School Pipe Band playing ahead of our Community Champions Awards last night. A big thank you to all of the musicians. You can read all about last night, below. Read More: https://trib.al/KkIYYrL

This River Esk, at Musselburgh, early evening yesterday (thanks to Suzanne Reid for the video). Water levels are continuing to be monitored.

A Musselburgh resident has told of the "scary" moment a group of about 25 youths passed by their front door, moments before a fire broke out at buildings at the former Edenhall Hospital on Sunday evening. Read the full story here: https://trib.al/JMkY5C1

An East Lothian Yacht Club member captured this beautiful moment a pod of dolphins swam just feet away from her boat off North Berwick. Read more: https://trib.al/Ye9Aplk

Tractors of all sizes took to county roads on Saturday for an annual tractor rally in aid of Maggie's Edinburgh. Crowds watched on as the large farming vehicles made their way through East Lothian. See pictures from the event here: https://trib.al/qlytuHa

Chidlhood Day 2024
Chidlhood Day 2024

Half a million children a year suffer abuse in the UK. Get involved on June 7 for Childhood Day and help us keep children safe NSPCC . Sign up: https://trib.al/nYJABhz

Snappy Shopper supermarket dash at Premier Store Muirpark
Snappy Shopper supermarket dash at Premier Store Muirpark

It was a shop to remember for Lou and Mags at Premier Store Muirpark in Tranent yesterday when they took part in a supermarket dash thanks to Snappy Shopper! Each of them had just one minute to grab as much as they could and stick it in their basket - and you'll see from the video they both did an amazing job! And make sure you pick up a copy of this week's Courier to enjoy an amazing £10 off an £11 shop for new Snappy Shopper customers! Full T&Cs in the paper.

Flooding on the A1 near Tranent
Flooding on the A1 near Tranent

A road user shared this video of flooding on the A1 this morning near Tranent... it shows one car which has left the carriageway. Hope everyone was OK. Read more: https://trib.al/BxCTRGU

East Lothian's own Francesca McGhie has had a statue unveiled to celebrate her as a trailblazer in the centre of Edinburgh. The statues, made from 100 per cent recycled plastics, tell the stories of three Scottish rugby stars. Read more: https://trib.al/PDZS6wv

Watch the moment spaniel Stella was rescued by RNLI volunteers after being stranded on the rocks off the former Cockenzie Power Station yesterday. Read the full story here: https://trib.al/xyul1sT

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